Liberia is a country in West Africa, Africa with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Liberia that most people don't know.
Liberia was founded in 1847 by freed American slaves — making it Africa's oldest republic. Its capital Monrovia is the only capital city in the world named after a US president, and its flag is deliberately modelled on the American flag.
Liberia is Africa's oldest republic, founded in 1847 by freed American slaves.
Monrovia is the only capital city named after a US president — James Monroe.
Liberia's flag closely resembles the American flag — 11 stripes and a single star.
Liberia has one of the world's largest rubber plantations, started by Firestone in 1926.
Liberia was founded in 1847 by freed American slaves — making it Africa's oldest republic. Its capital Monrovia is the only capital city in the world named after a US president, and its flag is deliberately modelled on the American flag.
Liberia is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
Liberia's largest national park — one of West Africa's last great rainforests with pygmy hippos and chimpanzees
The landing site of the first freed American slaves in 1822 — birthplace of modern Liberia
Liberia's largest lake — a beautiful coastal lagoon with mangroves and fishing communities
A laid-back beach town with excellent surf breaks and a colonial-era cemetery
Liberia was founded in 1847 by freed American slaves — making it Africa's oldest republic. Its capital Monrovia is the only capital city in the world named after a US president, and its flag is deliberately modelled on the American flag.
The capital of Liberia is Monrovia.
Liberia has a population of approximately 5.3M.
The official language of Liberia is English.
Liberia gained independence in 1847.
Liberia uses the Liberian Dollar (LRD).